WHAT IS CAUSING YOUR NECK PAIN?
Neck pain that is the result of a sudden trauma is also known as whiplash. In most traumatic events, it is difficult to isolate a particular tissue causing the pain, and most likely, all the tissues in the neck are affected. Identifying the cause of neck pain can be tricky because several factors contribute to it. The most commonly reported risk factor is working in an awkward or sustained posture (i.e., sitting at a computer or working at a desk that’s too low). These sustained postures or awkward positions strain the muscles that are supporting the neck.
Sleeping in an awkward position can also lead to neck pain. If the head is held at a bad angle or twists wrong during the night, a stiff neck might be present in the morning. These awkward postures can affect the joints themselves, so the movements are limited and/or painful. Joint pain can come from the cartilage, ligaments, and the disc. Turning the head repetitively, such as side to side while dancing or swimming, may overuse the neck’s muscles, tendons, and ligaments. Sometimes, neck pain develops after a particular injury, such as a car accident or even a result of a slip and fall. When this happens, your pain could be a result of a muscle strain or a ligament sprain.
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